CMT EMPOWERING EDUCATION: Tell us YOUR story.

Making the decision to pursue an education beyond high school can be daunting.
That's why we created CMTEMPOWERINGEDUCATION.com to encourage people to take the leap.
Word on the street is... you did it! We'd like to share your success story in order to help others feel inspired to overcome the obstacles standing in the way of pursuing their education.
Below are a few questions to help guide you through the process of telling your story. The questions that follow each step below are merely a guide to help. Don't feel obligated to answer every single one.
The main items to keep in mind are: tell us where you started, how you made the decision to go to school, what kept you going when school felt overwhelming, how your certificate/degree has affected your life and what you'd say to encourage someone else to do it, too.
Thank you for sharing your story with us!
CMT Public Affairs
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First Name
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Last Name
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Email Address
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Phone Number
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City, State
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Tell us a little about yourself . . .
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Where did you grow up? What was your family/community like? What were things like before you pursued higher education? What was your life like before you got your certificate or degree?

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What obstacles did you overcome to pursue your higher education?
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What got in your way before you actually became a student? Fear? Money? Time? Confusion? Motivation? What did it take to persevere? How did you balance your life? How did you find time to go to school and have a job/take care of your family? Who helped you out along the way? What helped you to stay focused and motivated?

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What impact did school have on your life?
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How did it feel when you finished? What doors did it open for you? Where would you be if it weren't for higher education? What advice do you have for other people who are where you are prior to gaining your certificate/degree? What's the one thing you'd want them to know?